1942-1953

World War II

Period: 1942 to 1945

This was the second world war and it was fought between the Allied powers and Axis powers.

Franklin D. Roosevelt's Presidency

Period: 1942 to Apr 12, 1945

Vice presidents were John N. Garner, Henry A. Wallace, and Harry S. Truman.

Harry S. Truman's presidency

Period: Apr 12, 1945 to Jan 20, 1953

Vice presidents were Alben W. Barkley.

Microwave oven is invented

1946

Invented by Percy LeBaron Spencer.

The Cold War

Period: 1947 to 1953

This was a period of indirect conflict between the United States and the Soviet Union.

The Korean War

Period: Jun 25, 1950 to Jul 27, 1953

A war fought between North Korea and South Korea. The United States provided aid in this war.